Barbizon of Akron Graduates Suit Up For Dick's Sporting Goods!

In getting a jump start on this year’s Fall Football Fashions, Dick’s Sporting Goods selected Barbizon of Akron graduates and now listed models with Pro-Model & Talent Mgmt., David Marcum and Harry Durrah, to be featured in upcoming ad's for their new football gear. The guys suited up in full football glory to showcase what Dick's Sporting Goods will have to offer this season!

This was David’s first shoot with Dick’s Sporting Goods and he reported back that he had a blast at the shoot.

This was Harry’s second time shooting with Dick’s Sporting Goods for their football gear so it just goes to show what a great first impression can result in…callbacks!

Barbizon of Akron graduates are well-trained and extremely prepared when showing up to a set, and thats exactly what our clients are looking for when selecting models!

Barbizon of Akron Grads Land A Shoot For A Candy Company!

Barbizon of Akron graduates , and now listed models with Pro-Model & Talent Management, Bill Walko, McKenna Dowd, Donna Recktenwalt, Jon Tosino, Karen Williams and Taj Render were all selected from a pool of models/talent to do a shoot for Atkinson Candies.

They were looking to showcase some their newest sweets and update their advertisment booth that they set up at trade shows!

Our models will be seen in their advertisements at stores, trade shows and online as Atkinson Candies rolls out a new line of candies!

The client reported back that they all did a spectacular job and that's sure to shine through in their colorful new advertisments. Congrats on a job well done!

An Inspiring and Uplifting Story About One of Barbizon of Akron's Alums

Barbizon of Akron alum Janaya Smith started with Barbizon of Akron when she was about 13 years old. Janaya then attended an IMTA convention. While Janaya had offers in LA. she and her family decided to stay in Ohio.

After graduating High School Janaya was accepted into the very prestigious Hallmark Institute of photography in Massachusetts. Now there are many amazing things about this young lady including the fact that Janaya has a disability, although I don’t think Janaya or anyone who knows her would ever think that she was disabled!! She has accomplished so much; she should be an inspiration to all of us, that there are no limits.  

We find that people come to Barbizon of Akron for all different reasons. Some come to model and act or to find out about modeling and acting, and many young people today come because they need help dealing with the bullying and all the negative things teens have to deal with today.

Barbizon of Akron is as proud of our people who work in front of the camera as we are of our people who decide that while they love this industry their passion is really for behind the camera/scenes. We always say who knows more of what it is like to be in front of the camera than a model or actor, so of course they have added insight into what they do behind the camera!!! Janaya is one of those people…while she looks magnificent in front of the camera the work she is doing as a photographer is pretty amazing. Everyone should check out her web-site www.janayasmith.com  excellent work. 

Barbizon of Akron Graduates Team Up For An Old-Fashioned Shoe Shine Promotion!

Barbizon of Akron graduates and now listed models with Pro-Model & Talent, Jessica Blaine and Lisa Huendorf, teamed up for a client of ours at the Carter Lumber Show which was held at the John S. Knight Center in Akron.

The client was looking for models to work at his ‘old-fashioned shoe-shine booth’ located in the heart of the convention center.

Top lumber exec’s form all over came and had their shoes shined up by the lovely Jessica and Lisa. The girls shined their shoes while the client talked up the exec’s and tried to pick up their business.

Our promotional models know what they’re doing and how to bring in customers to sell any product under the sun, due in large part to thei stellar traingin at Barbizon of Akron. The client was very pleased with their ability and professionalism.

Barbizon of Akron Grad Gets Another Shoot Under His Belt!

Barbizon of Akron Graduate and now listed model with Pro-Model & Talent Management Ryan Hairston was selected from a pool of kids to do a shoot for Children’s Hospital in Akron.

This wasn’t Ryan’s first photoshoot and that was apparent as the client reported back that Ryan was super easy to work with and really knew what he was doing on set.

Ryan has worked with clients like Dick's Sporting Goods in the past in which he was featured in their magalog and as a life sized version of himself on some of their in-store signage.

Ryan’s mom, Tanisha, said Ryan had a great time at the shoot and was surprised how at ease her son was in front of the camera, thanks to his extensive training at Barbizon of Akron.

What's Trending for Spring and Summer 2012 in Fashion!

Put some spring in your step with 2012’s top fashion trends for the spring and summer season! Try out any of these three new fashion trends for a fresh, bold new look:

Look One: Color Blocking
Essentially, color blocking is a technique where in creating a garment the designers sew together multiple types of fabric in multiple types of bold colors in pieces - creating one brilliant piece! Color blocking has been around for ages but is now making its way back onto the runways. Choose a dress made up of this color blocking technique and you’re going to get a lot of bang for your buck, not to mention turn a lot of heads.

Look Two: Super Bold Prints
Bold prints have been knocking out the runways recently. For a knock out look of your own, try a pair of bold/solid colored skinnies with a bold printed lite jacket or blouse. Think bold, brightly colored floral’ s and graphics. If you’re feeling extra bold, switch it up and pair a solid colored top with boldly printed skinny jeans!

Look Three: Neon, Neon, Neon
As you can see, it’s all about boldness and bright colors right now. Well the biggest color trend of the season is neon. Yes, neon, like 80’s neon. You can already see this trend seeping into the displays at malls near you. Enriching your wardrobe with these neon colors will not only have you looking like you’re ready for summer - but you’ll feel it too. Whether it be a great neon colored top, purse, blazer or even a pair of heels, you can’t help but smile while wearing this stand out color - it’s an instant wow-factor.

Blocks of color, bold prints or bright neon, they all are back in full force and aren’t giving up their tight grip on what’s trending in fashion for spring and summer 2012. Utilizing any of these fashion trends this year is going to make you stand out in a crowd so start stocking up that wardrobe now!

Another Barbizon of Akron Graduate Lands A Shoot With Dick's Sporting Goods!

Barbizon of Akron graduate and now listed model with Pro-Model & Talent Management, Allie Jenkins was selected recently for a ”backyard game” shoot for Dick's Sporting Goods.

Allie was able to add some competitive fun to her shoot at Dick’s Sporting Goods by joining in an exciting game of the Ultimate Bean Bag Toss.

Allie will be seen on two different product packaging ads and is excited to pick up a game or two for her and her family. Not only to show off her picture on the packaging to friends, but to also add to her fun backyard games!

Barbizon of Akron gradutes are knowledgeable and efficient in this industry because of their extensive training. Clients love to work with Barbizon of Akron graduates due to this knowledge beacuse it makes them super easy to work with.

Look for Allie on the Ultimate Bean Bag Toss packaging next time your out at your local Dick's Sporting Goods!